Egyptian Artca. 3200 B.C.Carved handle of a ceremonial knife with part of the knife preserved is a egyptian art from Egypt created in ca. 3200 B.C. using ivory, flint measuring L: 12.2 cm (4 13/16 in.) — now part of the Egyptian Art collection at The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
About This Artwork
| Medium | Ivory, flint |
| Dimensions | L: 12.2 cm (4 13/16 in.) |
| Department | Egyptian Art |
| Credit Line | Gift of Howard Carter, 1926 |
| Date | ca. 3200 B.C. |
Historical Context
Culture & Period
dating from the Predynastic, Late Naqada III period. The estimated date range is 3200 BC.
Geography
Origin: Egypt. 
Frequently Asked Questions
What department houses Carved handle of a ceremonial knife with part of the knife preserved?
Carved handle of a ceremonial knife with part of the knife preserved is housed in the Egyptian Art department of The Metropolitan Museum of Art.
When was Carved handle of a ceremonial knife with part of the knife preserved created?
Carved handle of a ceremonial knife with part of the knife preserved dates to ca. 3200 B.C..
What material is Carved handle of a ceremonial knife with part of the knife preserved made from?
Carved handle of a ceremonial knife with part of the knife preserved is crafted from ivory, flint.
Where does Carved handle of a ceremonial knife with part of the knife preserved originate?
Carved handle of a ceremonial knife with part of the knife preserved originates from Egypt.
Is Carved handle of a ceremonial knife with part of the knife preserved in the public domain?
Carved handle of a ceremonial knife with part of the knife preserved is not in the public domain; rights and reproduction restrictions may apply.